Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu

Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu is a hilltop Buddhist temple west of Mae Hong Son town in Chong Kham, Mueang Mae Hong Son District, Mae Hong Son Province. Perched on Doi Kong Mu hill, it is known for its two white Burmese-Shan style chedis enshrining Buddha relics and for panoramic views over the town, valley and airport. Built in the 19th century, it is the city's most revered temple and iconic viewpoint.

Visitors can expect a hilltop temple complex reached by a long Naga staircase of about 300 steps or by a paved road to the summit. The site features two whitewashed Burmese-Shan style chedis, a viharn, Buddha images and open terraces offering 360-degree panoramic views of Mae Hong Son town, Nong Chong Kham Lake, the airport and surrounding mountains. The setting is tranquil and elevated, with forested slopes, viewpoint platforms and small souvenir stalls near the entrance.